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By VE Day in 1945, Stalin had got what he wanted in Poland – now Putin may get what he wants in Ukraine

As Britain celebrated Victory in Europe (VE) Day on May 8 1945, the Polish airmen of RAF 305 Bomber Squadron captured a starkly different sentiment in their diary. “‘Victory!’ every Anglo-Saxon says in greeting instead of the traditional ‘Hello!’. The word ‘Victory!’ is devoid of meaning, power and any sense…

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100-year-old veteran recalls ‘getting squiffy’ amid VE day celebrations

Tom Berry was a teenager when he joined the Royal Navy as a radio operator on the Tribal-class destroyer HMS Tartar.

The Independent UK

British paratrooper came across Nazi death camp on VE Day

Peter Belcher, aged 101, spoke of ‘relief’ that the war was over.

The Independent UK

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Collection of rare photos of wartime film-making released for VE Day

The images, released by Historic England, also highlight the pioneering role of women in wartime photography.

The Independent UK

Landmarks across Britain lit in red, white and blue to commemorate VE Day anniversary

The nation has united to mark 80 years since Britain declared victory over Nazi Germany

Evening Standard

Former head of Navy in Scotland feared war would last years more on VE Day

On May 8 1945, Thomas Baird was stationed on HMS Rapid in the Indian Ocean fleet.

The Independent UK

Hundreds of beacons to be lit across UK for 80th anniversary of VE Day

A gold-plated lamp light made especially for VE Day will also be used to illuminate Tower Bridge on the evening of May 8.

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Bank to delay rates announcement due to VE Day two-minute silence

Britain’s central bank said it will publish the decision at 12.02pm rather than the usual time of noon.

Evening Standard

Campaigners call for work to begin on memorial for South Asian soldiers

Colourful Heritage is raising money to build a tribute in the grounds of Kelvingrove art gallery and museum in Glasgow.

Evening Standard

Prince George meets veterans in surprise appearance at VE Day tea party

The Prince of Wales has told of Prince George’s interest in learning about the Second World War, as veterans attended a Buckingham Palace tea party.

The Independent UK

Spy letters show secret orders sent ahead of VE Day

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Poignant commemorations mark first VE Day without late Queen

Five years ago, during the pandemic, Elizabeth II delivered a televised address to a nation in lockdown on the 75th anniversary.

The Independent UK

The world marks the 80th anniversary of V-E Day with parades and memorials. Here's what to know

Cities from London to Moscow will be awash with parades, flyovers and memorials this week as the world marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day — the day Nazi Germany surrendered to Allied forces

The Independent UK

Many in US and western Europe think ‘third world war likely within five to 10 years’

Exclusive: Poll before 80th anniversary of VE Day finds tensions with Russia seen as most probable cause

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GCHQ release cache of spy chatter discussing VE Day before end of war announced

The documents released from GCHQ’s archives mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

The Independent UK

Never-before-see spy letters reveal GCHQ role in VE Day before end of war

The messages relay that the German high command had signed an ‘unconditional surrender’

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Prince Louis Hilariously Imitates Big Brother Prince George’s Pre-Teen Hair Flip at VE Day Parade

"Wasn't this supposed to be fun?"

Evening Standard

Actress Sheila Hancock says we should thank veterans by making ‘a better world’

Dame Sheila, who was evacuated as a child during the Second World War, is due to appear at the VE day concert on Thursday.

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‘It’s so important to remember’: Manchester celebrates VE Day

Residents at street parties highlight importance of commemorating those who died in second world war

The Independent UK

King follows grandfather’s example at VE Day parade

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Royals lead VE Day tea parties as flypast marks 80 years since end of war

After family balcony appearance, Prince George, 11, joins senior royals at event with veterans

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer serves tea and cakes at VE Day party in Downing Street

The Prime Minister, joined by his wife Lady Starmer, invited around 130 people including two Second World War veterans to the event.

The Independent UK

Prince Louis hilariously mimics older brother George during VE Day parade

Young royal’s antics at Queen Victoria Memorial spark laughter and social media reaction

Woman & Home

Prince Louis is hilarious in his mimicking of Prince George at VE Day commemorations

The Royal Family were out in force for the 80th anniversary of VE Day - and Prince Louis did not disappoint

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UK marks VE Day 80th anniversary with large crowds and military pomp

Royal family and war veterans watch 1,300-strong military procession in London while street parties held around UK

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